16 COOLING SYSTEM 81
16.5 Refilling coolant x
Warning
Danger of poisoning Coolant is poisonous and a health hazard.
– Coolant must not come into contact with the skin, eyes, or clothing. If contact occurs with the eyes, rinse with water imme-
diately and contact a physician. Immediately clean contaminated areas on the skin with soap and water. If coolant is swal-
lowed, contact a physician immediately. Change clothing that is contaminated with coolant. Keep coolant out of reach of
children.
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Main work
– Make sure that screw 1 is tightened.
– Stand the motorcycle upright.
– Completely fill the radiator with coolant.
Coolant 0.9 l (1 qt.) Coolant ( p. 100)
Coolant (mixed ready to use)
( p. 100)
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– Move the vehicle into the position shown and prevent it from rolling away. Height
difference A must be reached.
Guideline
Height difference A 75 cm (29.5 in)
Info
For all of the air to be able to escape from the cooling system, the vehicle
must be raised at the front. If the cooling system is poorly de-aerated, its
cooling power will be reduced and the engine may overheat.
– Return the vehicle to the horizontal position.
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– Completely fill the radiator with coolant.
– Mount radiator cap 2.
– Let the engine warm up.
Finishing work
– Check the coolant level. ( p. 80)